NSFDC's Record-Setting Year: Empowering Scheduled Castes
The National Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation (NSFDC) achieved a record disbursement of Rs 775.26 crore in 2025-26, benefiting over 16.96 lakh individuals. The corporation's initiatives, including the VISVAS Yojana and SEED schemes, showed significant growth. NSFDC has also launched a new digital platform to enhance transparency.
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The National Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation (NSFDC) marked a milestone achievement with its highest-ever annual disbursement of Rs 775.26 crore for the fiscal year 2025-26. This figure reflects a 27% growth compared to the previous year, as reported by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
In its 37-year history, NSFDC's network has expanded significantly, with more than 59,000 beneficiaries, 39,804 of whom are women. The corporation's impactful schemes, such as VISVAS Yojana and SEED, contributed to a substantial increase in financial support.
The corporation continues to innovate with the launch of a new GIGW 3.0-compliant website and Loan Accounting and Management System. Additional enhancements include the inclusion of new channel partners and the introduction of Micro and Term Loans to streamline lending practices.
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